Printemps, the esteemed French luxury retailer, is making its grand debut in New York's Financial District, focusing not only on high-end fashion but also on gourmet dining curated by award-winning chef Gregory Gourdet. Known for his fusion of French cuisine and Haitian heritage, Gourdet will manage multiple dining venues within the store, including a fine-dining restaurant and multiple casual spots. This opening is seen as a significant boost to the local economy, aiming to inject life into an area affected by shifts in office attendance post-pandemic. Residents are optimistic about the positive impact on the neighborhood's character.
It's great to be back,” Gourdet told Side Dish in an exclusive interview. “I love fashion and with my Haitian heritage, and starting my career in French fine dining, it all really made sense.
During a soft opening on Tuesday, Keillie O'Malley, 37, and her friend Kiera Elliott, 28, were among those who popped into the stylish Champagne Bar. The pair were celebrating Elliott's upcoming marriage.
I hope this will help [the area] get nicer,” said O'Malley, who lives in FiDi. “It was very commuter, but it's starting to get a personality.
It feels more elevated - something new and exciting to the neighborhood, bringing some romance to the area,
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